SURVIVAL GUIDE - REQUIRED READING
The desert is a place worlds away from that to which most of us are accustomed, and is governed by physical laws that cannot be ignored. You are responsible for your own survival, safety, and comfort. Read this Survival Guide carefully and make sure EVERYONE in your group reads it as well.
NEW AND IMPORTANT FOR 2009
Even if you have attended Burning Man previously, you should always be sure to give our handy little Survival Guide a read to make sure you are informed about changed and new information each year.
Here is an Index of what's new and important for 2009:
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What to expect at the Gate
Feedback on law enforcement
The city plan has changed!
No early arrivals
Exodus etiquette
Lumber recycling on the playa
Trash, recycling & grey water
Storm emergency instructions
RV servicing and fees
Sound on Mutant Vehicles
Revised Shuttle ticket price
No public showers and pools
... and most importantly, have a safe and enjoyable time in Black Rock City!
You can also download the PDF version (7mb) to print out a copy to read at your leisure. The Guide this year is divided into these eleven sections:
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participant responsibilities
culture in black rock city
radical self reliance
your body vs. the elements
protecting the environment
safety
community
black rock country
law enforcement
transportation & exodus
how to get there
In addition to the Survival Guide, there is a vast amount of information on this site to help you prepare for special circumstances that affect your experience at Burning Man. We strongly suggest that you read the information in the Recommended Reading and Health and Safety sections to help you plan according to your own individual needs. 
